Do I need an immigration lawyer for my case?

Reasons to hire a lawyer for your immigration case

While you can go through these processes alone, and you can use the USCIS web page to check the status of your case and make inquiries, nothing beats the help and promptness of a professional who has been working with all sorts of immigration cases for years. Here are a few answers why it is better to hire an immigration lawyer for your case.

So you can choose the process that fits you

Even though it doesn’t seem like it, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all process for everyone. Sometimes, there are several options you can choose from, and an attorney is the preferable professional to help you choose which one works better for you. It is usual to see this happen with employment and family-based immigration. In these processes there are several options for the involved people to choose from.

You don’t speak the language and need assistance and clarity

Filling forms is nerve-racking: they usually come with ambiguous questions or with confusing distributions throughout the page. Imagine trying to fill one in a language you don’t understand. Hiring a lawyer who can help you file your application provides you with unimaginable peace. Did I understand that question right? Did I write what I was supposed to write? These are questions you won’t have to ask yourself when you have a professional by your side.

You have been convicted for a crime

If you have been convicted for a crime and you don’t know what your chances are when filing an application to receive an immigration benefit, hiring a lawyer is the best step you can take. An attorney can guide you and let you know if it is still worth trying to file the application. If you have zero possibilities of getting that benefit, it’s your lawyer’s duty to let you know and stop the process. If the path ahead looks bright, then your lawyer will be there to walk you through it and make your application stand out to improve your chances.

The processes and laws change frequently

The internet doesn’t always keep up with all the changes in procedures and laws. Besides helping clients with their cases, an immigration lawyer’s day-to-day work is to be up to date with all the changes in processes and related laws. Hiring a professional ensures you are filling the right forms, attaching the correct information, and following the right path.

So you can process your case in a professional and formal way

First impressions are everything in all types of industries and entities. Immigration offices don’t escape this reality. Presenting clear, formal, and professional documentation—forms, identifications, files, evidence—is one of the first steps to having more chances at getting your application processed and approved quicker. Readability, clarity, and proof that you’ve followed the instructions are key points every attorney should be able to provide you with.

You don’t have the time or capabilities to do this process

How many processes, appointments, paperwork, and meetings have we all missed or postponed due to a heavy workload, family issues, or time constraints? The answer probably is “too many.” This is one important reason to hire a lawyer to help you with your immigration case. When it comes to these cases, it is imperative to file your applications early, to provide the documents or evidence as soon as they are requested, and to check your mail constantly. An attorney is the perfect professional to keep your cases in order and processed with punctuality.

Customized attention

You might think the internet is ready to give you all the information you need or that the USCIS will go above and beyond to help you with your case, but the truth is you might end up confused and stressed. When you ask yourself “Do I need an immigration lawyer for my case?” Think about this very reason. An attorney will provide you with customized attention: guidance and advice to make the case run smoothly and within the expected time.

What are USCIS’ requirements for a lawyer to handle my case?

The only requirement USCIS asks of attorneys is to be in good standing and not be subject to orders that restrict them to practicing law. According to the USCIS, the authorized immigration service providers (lawyers) are allowed to advise you, explain the options you can choose from, and directly communicate with the USCIS regarding your case.

How can Castro Law help me in processing my case?

Castro Law is determined to help immigrants from all backgrounds with their immigration cases. Whatever the process: getting a legal permanent residency, becoming a U.S. Citizen, clearing your doubts about which options to choose, or knowing how to fill a specific form, Castro Law has your back. Whether you are looking for a quick case evaluation or a full consultation, make sure to book an appointment with our expert in the matter.